A school band is a team of student musicians who learn to play musical instruments, rehearse as a group, and perform together. They are usually part of the school’s music education program. Many stereotypes have emerged around school band members. However, many students have embraced terms such as band nerd as symbols of pride.
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BAND NERDS: POETRY FROM THE 13TH CHAIR TROMBONE PLAYER by DJ Corchin contains dozens of humorous poems and illustrations to inspire those with a passion for school bands and their unique culture. Part of a series of books exploring the world of school bands, young musicians are likely to see themselves and enjoy celebrating the life of band nerds.
THE 13TH CHAIR is a website dedicated to the Band Nerds book series. It includes information about the series, a blog, and excerpts from the books. To visit the website, go to https://www.the13thchair.com/.
NAMM FOUNDATION celebrates and promotes music education. Sections for parents and educators highlight the benefits of music education, music communities, and resources. To learn more, go to https://www.nammfoundation.org/.
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